Old Fashioned Kettle Corn
Transport yourself to a vibrant fairground with this irresistible recipe for Old Fashioned Kettle Corn! Made with just four simple pantry staples—vegetable oil, popcorn kernels, granulated sugar, and a dash of salt—this sweet and salty snack offers the perfect balance of buttery richness and delicate caramelized crunch. Using a traditional stovetop method, the kernels are popped in a hot, heavy-bottomed pot while being gently coated with sugar for that signature glaze, creating a nostalgic treat that's ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for movie nights, family gatherings, or an afternoon pick-me-up, this quick and easy kettle corn recipe yields a delightful crispy texture that’s sure to please. For authentic flavor and timeless charm, homemade kettle corn is a snack you’ll find yourself making again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup popcorn kernels
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Ensure the pot has a lid ready for use.
Add a few popcorn kernels to the pot. Cover with the lid and wait for them to pop. This step ensures the oil is at the correct temperature.
Once the test kernels pop, quickly remove them using tongs or a spoon.
Add the rest of the popcorn kernels and granulated sugar to the pot. Stir quickly to coat the kernels evenly with the oil and sugar.
Cover the pot with the lid. Hold the pot's handles and shake it gently back and forth over the heat every few seconds to prevent the sugar from burning and to ensure even cooking.
Listen for the popping of the kernels. When the popping slows to about 2-3 seconds between pops, remove the pot from the heat.
Carefully remove the lid, ensuring you avoid being burned by steam. Sprinkle the salt over the popcorn and stir or shake the pot to distribute the salt evenly.
Let the kettle corn cool for a few minutes before serving. The sugar coating will harden slightly, giving it that signature crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
714 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.5 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 25.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 164 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
